wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
2
You visited us 2 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

The expression 535+3 when simplified reduces to a-b15.

Then a + b is __________.


A

15

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B

10

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C

20

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D

5

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is D

5


In 535+3, the denominator has to be rationalised for simplification. So ,

535+3×5353
=(53)25232
=12[(5)2+(3)2215]
=415
So, a=4 and b=1.
a + b = 4 + 1 = 5


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
17
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Finding square root of a number
MATHEMATICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon